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Malaysia U19 sneak through to AFC finals

Bojan Hodak's boys were greatly aided by results in the other groups, but they nevertheless have booked a place in the AFC U19 Championship.

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REPORT: South Korea U19 3 Malaysia U19 0

A win for Malaysia against South Korea is admittedly unlikely, but the Young Tigers made it hard for themselves when they fell meekly to the hosts.

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Beto realistic on first cap chances

After enduring an injury that kept him out of action for half a season, midfielder Beto is rewarded with a call-up to the Malaysia senior team.

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Hadin ready to fight for place

Felda United winger Hadin Azman is determined to prove his capabilities to Malaysia head coach Nelo Vingada, in his first call-up since March.

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Vingada not concerned by late arrival

Although Malaysia's training session on Monday was not attended by JDT players who had received the call-up, Nelo Vingada was not too concerned.

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KAFA balks at Popov's free-to-leave term

Kelantan president Bibi Ramjani Ilias Khan has denied an earlier claim made by Bulgarian coach Velizar Popov regarding their contract negotiations.

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TMJ's presidency receives AFC nod

Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim's leadership of FAM receives the praise of AFC president Shaikh Salman Ebrahim Al Khalifa.

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Vingada makes final changes for DPRK clashes

Malaysia head coach Nelo Vingada has made final changes to his squad, ahead of their Asian Cup qualification group matches against DPR Korea.

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Anderson leaves Kedah with good memories

Kedah defender Zac Anderson could not help the side defend their Malaysia Cup title, but will return to Australia with good memories all the same.

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No Kelantan return for Popov

Bulgarian coach Velizar Popov will not be guiding the Red Warriors in the 2018 season, he revealed on social media.

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REPORT: Malaysia U19 4 Indonesia U19 1

Despite having struggled in their earlier group qualification matches, Malaysia U19's picked the right time to gain momentum against Indonesia U19.

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Terengganu part ways with star import

Only one foreign player in the Terengganu squad has survived the culling, as the Turtles prepare for a return to the Super League.

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Coaches predict Malaysia Cup final result

Goal spoke to four coaches who ply their trade in Malaysia, to get their prediction of the coming Malaysia Cup final result.

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Three clubs granted FAM licence

The Malaysian FA has cleared three more clubs to take part in the Malaysia Super League next season, after their appeals were accepted.

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KL target top five MSL finish

Newly-promoted Kuala Lumpur will be working hard to prepare for their Malaysia Super League return.

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Malaysia squad for DPRK matches announced

Half of the squad called up for Malaysia's two back-to-back Asian Cup qualification matches against DPR Korea comprises JDT players.

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KL extend goal machine's contract

For the 2018 season, Kuala Lumpur can rely on the same man who guided them to the 2017 Premier League title with his 27 league goals.

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Malaysia receive hefty AFC fines

The Asian Football Confederation Disciplinary and Ethics Committee has found Malaysian FA, head coach, players and fans guilty of several offences.

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T-Team's Rahmad on Indonesian club's radar

T-Team's Indonesian head coach Rahmad Darmawan has apparently received the attention of a Liga 1 side back in his home country.

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REPORT: Timor-Leste U19 1 Malaysia U19 3

Malaysia U19 opened their 2018 AFC U-19 Championship qualification campaign with a 3-1 win over Timor-Leste U-19 on Tuesday.

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T-Team in disbelief amidst revamp

The Terengganu state government's decision has surprised the Titans, just days after they secure another season in the Super League.

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REPORT: Melaka United 1 Kelantan 3

An inspiring comeback win over Melaka United saved Kelantan from relegation, thanks to Alessandro Celin's brace in the final 10 minutes of the match.

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Satiananthan on Malaysia U23 and U19

Outspoken Felda United head coach B. Satiananthan opines on the three upcoming major competitions involving Malaysian teams.

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Andik wants to end season with a win

Selangor need to put a stop to their five-game losing streak, by defeating the already-relegated Pulau Pinang in the final Super League round.

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Malaysia AFC U-19 qualifiers squad announced

Head coach Bojan Hodak has finalised his squad for Group F of the qualifiers, which will be held in Paju, South Korea beginning October 31.

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Spasojevic now eligible to play for Indonesia

Former M-League top-scorer Ilija Spasojevic may just return to terrorise Malaysia someday, after he was granted Indonesian citizenship.

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Coaches association to combat use of 'borrowed' licence

The Football Coaches Association Of Malaysia has announced the 2017 Malaysian Football Coaching Symposium and Award Ceremony, to be held in November.

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Andik wants Selangor to meet two demands

Selangor star Andik Vermansah wants to stay at Selangor for the 2018 season but needs the club to fulfill two requirements, he told Goal.

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Maniam plans to promote more young players

Selangor boss P. Maniam wants his side to comprise even more young players in the 2018 Malaysia Super League.

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Kedah raring to face JDT in final

Nidzam Adzha Yusof noted that his side will have opened and concluded the season against the same side; JDT after their Malaysia Cup semi-final win.

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This win is for the late Sultan - Baddrol

Kedah midfielder Baddrol Bakhtiar took the time to remember one of the most prominent football fans in the state of Kedah, after their semi-final win.

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REPORT: Kedah 2 (3) Felda United 0 (1)

Kedah forward Sandro da Silva rose to the occasion to score two goals against Felda United, in their second leg Malaysia Cup semi-final match.

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Selangor U21 win President's Cup

The Red Giants' junior side have captured their fifth U21 title, despite losing in the second leg to Terengganu U21.

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Malaysia-DPRK ties to be played at neutral venue

The AFC has announced that the two Malaysia vs DPR Korea Asian Cup Qualification Group B matches will be played at a neutral venue.

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Ifedayo unfazed by big Darul Aman crowd

Felda United striker Ifedayo Olusegun is confident that the home crowd will not be a significant factor in their second leg match against Kedah.

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Felda need improved finishing and combination

Felda United boss B. Sathianathan wants his side to support star striker Thiago Fernandes better in their second leg Malaysia Cup semi-final match.

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JDT not the cause of Malaysia's decline, says FMLLP CEO

FMLLP CEO Kevin Ramalingam has come out in defence of Malaysian champions JDT, recently accused of causing the Malaysia national team's decline.

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Malaysian clubs will go broke without TMJ, warns Hamidin

Malaysian FA president Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim is the man with the financial plan, reminds secretary-general Dato' Hamidin Amin.

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Shukor wants Felda teammates to create personal history

Having won numerous titles, Felda United skipper Shukor Adan now wants his teammates to pick up their first title by winning the Malaysia Cup.

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Keep supporting TMJ's leadership - Khairy

Success in football cannot be achieved overnight, reminds Malaysia's minister of youth and sports Khairy Jamaluddin.

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Academic, footballing success drive Sulaiman

UKM FC head coach Sulaiman Hussin wants his side to continue producing 'thinking athletes', even in the Malaysia Premier League next season.

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Sathianathan agrees with penalty call

Felda United captain Shukor Adan sees no reason why they cannot win their Malaysia Cup semi-final tie in the second leg, which will be played away.

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Nidzam rues key players' absence

Two key players will be absent from Kedah's starting line-up against Felda next Saturday, due to accumulated bookings picked up in the first leg.

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REPORT: Felda United 1 Kedah 1

Substitute Hadin Azman rescued Felda from the brink of defeat with his late equaliser, in their first leg Malaysia Cup semi-final match against Kedah.

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Thiago will think of his future after season is over

The Fighters' Brazilian ace Thiago Augusto Fernandes is focused on helping the team win their first ever major title for the time being.

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Sathianathan: 'Why did we let 12 key players leave?'

Outspoken coach B. Sathianathan has questioned his own club Felda United's decision to part ways with their key players before the 2017 season started

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UKM boss reveals secret behind success

University club UKM FC will take on one-time FA Cup finalists Sime Darby in the 2017 FAM Cup final this coming week.

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Sime Darby relying on team chemistry

Sime Darby skipper & former Malaysia international Juzaili Samion wants another season at the recently-promoted side, whom he describes as his family.

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Sathianathan downplays Felda's recent record

Their semi-final Malaysia Cup tie against Kedah is still a 50-50 affair despite recent head-to-head record, says Felda boss B. Sathianathan.

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Ferns wants to help Felda lift Malaysia Cup

Curran Ferns told Goal that Felda United teammate Thiago Augusto Fernandes is the best foreign striker in Malaysia at the moment.

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Thiago banking on familiarity with Kedah

In 2016, Thiago Augusto Fernandes joined Kedah on a loan spell from Felda United and helped them win the Malaysia Cup.

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TMJ slams local media's focus on his joke

FAM president & JDT owner Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim has criticised the local media for missing the bigger picture in a recent dialogue that he held.

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Shahzan Muda simply unlucky - Tajuddin Nor

Shahzan Muda head coach Tajuddin Nor said his team were more dominant than UKM in their FAM Cup semi-final match, but luck was not on their side.

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Head coach unsure of Felcra's future

After Felcra fell at the last hurdle for the second time in a row in the FAM Cup, the Rivals' boss Rosle Md. Derus in uncertain of the club's future.

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Pulau Pinang president resigns after relegation

Pulau Pinang FA president and local politician Zairil Khir Johari resigns, holding himself responsible for the Panthers' relegation from the MSL.

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Promotion, university degree objectives met by UKM boss Sulaiman

UKM head coach Sulaiman Hussin is grateful towards rivals UiTM for showing the way, but relishes the prospect of squaring off in the MPL.

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UKM skipper Hafizuddin willing to take unpaid leave

Having guided UKM to Malaysia Premier League promotion, team captain Hafizudin Sulaiman is willing to do what it takes in order to fulfill his dreams.

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UKM, Sime Darby win promotion to MPL

UKM and Sime Darby have booked their places in the FAM Cup final, following their second leg semi-final wins on Sunday.

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Selangor, Terengganu to face off in final

Selangor U21 and Terengganu U21 emerge victorious in their respective President's Cup semi-final ties, thanks to the away goal rule.

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Fadzli Saari shows no signs of stopping

The former Malaysia international says it is difficult for him to be thinking of retirement, and is focused on helping Felcra win MPL promotion.

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Indonesia will dethrone Thailand - Andik

The winger is confident that his country will take the place of current South East Asian giants Thailand, judging by the quality of their youngsters.

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Malaysia U19 phase 1 call-up list announced

24 players have been called up by Bojan Hodak to phase one of Malaysia U19's training camp, ahead of the 2018 U19 AFC Championship qualifiers.

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Felcra boss reveals why he took off Adib at halftime

Amidst rumours that Malaysia U22 star Adib Zainuddin will be leaving Felcra for JDT, he was taken off at halftime in the Rivals' semi-final match.

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First leg FAM Cup SF matches end in goalless draws

No goals were scored in either first leg semi-final matches of the FAM Cup, Malaysia's third tier competition.

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First leg Malaysia Cup SF matches moved to October 15

Both first leg Malaysia Cup semi-final matches have been rescheduled from October 14 to October 15, announced competition organiser FMLLP.

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A lesson from Formula 1

Too much of a good thing is sometimes detrimental, as proven by what has happened to the world's premier motor-sport competition.

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Perak insist on October 14 date

The Perak FA president stated that the decision to reschedule the Malaysia Cup semi-final match had been made without consulting the Bos Gaurus.

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Davies looks to continue fine form

Defender Matthew Davies admits both exasperation and relief at the postponement of Malaysia's Asian Cup qualification match against DPR Korea.

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Promotion not confirmed yet for KL, Terengganu

KL and Terengganu now need to race against time to obtain their M-League competition licenses, in order to compete in the 2018 Super League.

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Adam wants to debut for Malaysia as starter

Selangor defender Adam Nor Azlin told Goal that he wants his Malaysia senior team debut to be a memorable one, ahead of their Hong Kong clash.

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Cure your M-League withdrawals with these matches

Look our for these competitive matches, which will be held in Malaysia, while the M-League takes another break. One even includes Asia's best teams!

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KL banking on KLFA Stadium renovation completion

Only 1,347 fans turned up to the match that saw Kuala Lumpur promoted to the Super League, although the match had been made a free-entrance event.

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One month to halt Selangor's losing streak

Selangor's 2-1 defeat to Melaka United meant they have lost all of their five last matches, equaling the poor streak they went through back in 2006.

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REPORT: Melaka United 2 Selangor 1

Melaka United ensure safety from relegation with a win over Selangor at the Hang Jebat Stadium, the Red Giants extend losing streak to five matches.

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KL's Magrão wants another season in Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur boss Fábio Magrão said that he feels at home in Malaysia, after guiding his side to Super League promotion with a win on Tuesday.

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KL, Terengganu secure MSL promotion

In the end, the top two Malaysia Premier League sides; Kuala Lumpur and Terengganu left no room for last-minute drama on matchday 21.

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KL, Terengganu can secure promotion tonight

The two Premier League sides can secure their return to the top tier on the penultimate matchday, even if they lose their respective matches tonight.

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SEA Games silver medalists called up by Vingada

PKNP FC's Shahrel Fikri Fauzi has also received his second call-up, ahead of the Harimau Malaya's two Asian Cup qualification matches.

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PKNS, caretaker coach Adam content with where they are

After their 2-1 win over state rivals Selangor last week, PKNS' caretaker boss Adam Abdullah revealed his unusual employment status to the press.

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Abu Bakar laments PKNP's wasted SF chance

Malaysia Cup dark horse PKNP were the victims of a spectacular come-from-behind Felda United win in their Malaysia Cup quarter-final tie.

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Selangor's race for second place over - Maniam

The Malaysia Cup will be Selangor's focus for the remainder of the season as they have fulfilled their aim of avoiding relegation, says P. Maniam.

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ROUND-UP: Malaysia Super League matchday 20

PKNS confirm another season of Super League action with a win in the Selangor Derby, Pulau Pinang close to relegation following matchday 20.

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ASEAN slot a revenue-oriented move - TMJ

The plan was recommended by potential M-League sponsors, says FAM president Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim.

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2018 M-League to continue during Ramadan

FMLLP chairman and FAM president Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim wants the M-League to be played with minimal disruption beginning in 2018.

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FMLLP CEO denies rumour of MSL expansion

The rumour had surfaced alongside the plan to introduce ASEAN import player slot, which has been confirmed.

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FMLLP unveils 'new era' MSL trophy

FAM president and FMLLP chairman Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim wants Malaysian trophies to reflect the current direction of Malaysian football.

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Hadi, Akhyar want longer preparation time for AFC

Akhyar Rashid admits that it stings to have lost in two final matches to the Thais in the space of a month.

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ASEAN import quota a step too fast?

Will the addition of an ASEAN foreign player slot in the M-League slot ultimately benefit Malaysian football as a whole?

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Hodak's charges need more competitive matches

Malaysia U18 head coach Bojan Hodak admitted that he was surprised at how well his charges played in the recent AFF U18 Championship.

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Syahmi explains reason behind lack of playing time

Selangor's Syahmi Safari was not a regular starter for Malaysia U22 in the recent SEA Games, and the youngster told Goal the reason why.

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Selangor's fundamental flaws exposed by Kedah

Selangor have produced several outstanding results this season, but their defeat to Kedah proves that their core weaknesses can no longer be masked.

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REPORT: Selangor 2 Kedah 3

Defending champions Kedah recorded a slim away win over last year's finalists Selangor, in their first leg Malaysia Cup quarter-final match.

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Final match defeats a valuable lesson for Matthew Davies

Pahang and Malaysia defender Matthew Davies admits that he wants experience playing abroad, so he can look back at his career in the future with pride

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'We must avoid conceding at home' - Syahmi

Friday's Malaysia Cup quarter-finalists; Selangor and Kedah have met twice this season; with both league matches ending in 1-1 draws.

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Selangor want to secure QF tie at home

One of Selangor's star players is expected to miss their first leg Malaysia Cup quarter-final match against Kedah this Friday.

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Hard not to concede against Perak - Davies

Pahang's Matthew Davies has stated his belief in caretaker coach Ahmad Shaharuddin Rosdi's abilities to lead the team in the absence of Dollah Salleh.

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FMLLP wants clubs to emulate "noble" ticketing move

FMLLP CEO Kevin Ramalingam said he expects between 400 to 600 fans will be able to get the Malaysia Cup final match tickets from the priority counter.

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Hai-O reveals reasons behind Young Tigers' exceptional form

Bojan Hodak's Malaysia U18 charges are set to play in the semi-finals of the 2017 AFF U-18 Youth Championship this Friday.

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FMLLP to reward fan loyalty at Malaysia Cup final

The M-League organiser wants to engage the loyal section of Malaysian football fans, in this year's Malaysia Cup final match.

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Malaysia U18 qualify as group winners

Despite the absence of a specific target for the AFF U18 Youth Championship, Bojan Hodak's Malaysia U18 have qualified for the semis as group winners.

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Selangor to work on their confidence

Selangor boss P. Maniam wants his men to retain their belief in themselves when they take on Kedah in the Malaysia Cup quarter-finals this weekend.

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'I pleaded to play against Fiji' - Andik

The Indonesia star said that he had to convince Selangor boss P. Maniam that he would not get himself injured in the Garudas' friendly against Fiji.

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REPORT: Negeri Sembilan 0 PKNP 0

Negeri Sembilan were held to a goalless draw at home by dark horse PKNP in their last Malaysia Cup group match, sending them out of the competition.

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Selangor must carry over winning mentality - Andik

The Red Giants star Andik Vermansah wants his team to defeat JDT for the third consecutive time this season, on Saturday.

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Akhyar stars in comfortable win over Timor-Leste

Malaysia maintained their perfect record in the 2017 AFF U-18 Youth Championship, to stay at the top of Group A in front of Thailand.

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Adam ready to answer Vingada's call-up

One of Malaysia U23 best-performers in the recent SEA Games; Adam Nor Azlin is prepared to make the transition to the senior national team.

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PREVIEW: Malaysia Cup matchday six

Check out the permutations for the Malaysia Cup group stage round six, with five teams vying for their slots, and four teams battling for top spots.

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PREVIEW: JDT vs Selangor

Can Selangor make it three wins in a row this season against the mighty JDT, in their Group D Malaysia Cup match on Saturday?

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Maniam to ditch defensive tactics against JDT

Selangor boss P. Maniam wants his side to defeat JDT for the third consecutive time, when the two sides meet in their last Malaysia Cup group match.

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Selangor prepared to qualify for AFC Cup

Selangor head coach P. Maniam remarked that his side will prepare to defeat Melaka United, PKNS and Pulau Pinang in order to qualify for the AFC Cup.

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Syahmi wants to forget SEA Games disappointment

Selangor winger Syahmi Safari had a comparatively underwhelming outing during the recent SEA Games.

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Malaysia U18 down Causeway rivals Singapore

Bojan Hodak's charges recorded their second consecutive win in the AFF U-18 Youth Championship, defeating Causeway rivals Singapore.

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Malaysia start AFF U18 campaign with 4-1 win

Bojan Hodak's charges opened their campaign with an emphatic win over Laos, to top Group A after matchday 1 of the annual competition.

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What we want to see when Malaysia face Hong Kong

Malaysia will face Hong Kong in their second Asian Cup qualification group match tonight, at the Hang Jebat Stadium, Melaka.

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Akhyar wants to reach AFF U-18 final

Although the Malaysia U19 coaching staff has not set a specific target for the tournament, rising star Akhyar Rashid has set his sights on the final.

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Malaysia U19 need time - Hai-O

The real target for Malaysia U19 is the 2018 AFC U-19 Championship qualification in October, said assistant head coach Hairuddin Omar.

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NFDP boys in Hodak's long term plans

Bojan Hodak wants his Malaysia U19 side to provide an avenue for the youth development programme trainees to continue their progress in the future.

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Observation is Hodak's priority

Malaysia U18 head coach Bojan Hodak has not set a specific target, ahead of the 2017 AFF U-18 Youth Championship which will kick off on Monday.

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Hodak finalises Malaysia U18 squad

Bojan Hodak's Malaysia U18 has departed for Yangon to take part in the AFF U-18 Youth Championship, which kicks off on Monday.

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Malaysia senior team need vocal support too

Malaysian fans have helped carry Malaysia U22 to the finish line in the recent SEA Games. Now they must do the same for the underwhelming senior team.

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Final match is balanced - OKS

Malaysia head coach Ong Kim Swee told the press that neither his side nor their opponents; Thailand are the favourites in the SEA Games final match.

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Ultras Malaya snubs Malaysia vs Thailand match

The fiery group of Malaysia supporters will not be lending their voice and support to the hosts, when they take on Thailand on Tuesday.

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Fan furore as final tickets not sold online

The announcement that tickets to the gold medal match between Malaysia and Thailand would not be sold online was only made on Sunday night.

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'Gold medal will prove Malaysia youth system works' - OKS

A win over regional powerhouse Thailand will show that Malaysia's youth development is not too far behind, says Malaysia U23 head coach Ong Kim Swee.

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Malaysia superior in dead-ball situations - Milla

The former Spain international now has the task of preparing Indonesia physically and mentally for the bronze medal match, this Tuesday.

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Thanabalan seeks no personal glory

Thanabalan Nadarajah's goal for Malaysia against Indonesia on Saturday is his fourth in this year's SEA Games.

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OKS promises a different Malaysia

Hosts Malaysia now have one more hurdle in the SEA Games men's football competition; defending champions Thailand who in July thrashed them 3-0.

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Adam glad to banish ghost of 2015

Malaysia's forgettable campaign in the 2015 SEA Games is a lesson for defender Adam Nor Azlin, and he now wants to focus on the semi-finals.

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Jafri raring to start again

After his assist against Myanmar, Malaysia's Jafri Chew signalled his intent with a brace against Laos in their 3-1 SEA Games Group A win.

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Three-way battle intensifies in Group B

The battle for semi-final spots intensifies in Group B of the SEA Games men's football competition, after matchday four took place on Tuesday.

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Zeise wants to 'beat up' Myanmar

Myanmar head coach Gerd Zeise was visibly disappointed with his charges' performance against hosts Malaysia in their Group A SEA Games match.

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Opponents will be wary of us - Haziq

Against Myanmar, Malaysia and JDT goalkeeper Haziq Nadzli kept his place in the starting line-up and helped the Young Tigers record a 3-1 win.

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Jafri hopes for redemption

Malaysia forward Jafri Firdaus Chew needed only four minutes to show what he is capable of, assisting their third goal against Myanmar on Monday.

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Thana thanks teammates, wants to score more

The Malaysia forward has scored three goals in the SEA Games men's football competition so far, including a brace against Myanmar on Monday.

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Malaysia can beat any team - OKS

Malaysia head coach Ong Kim Swee has sounded out a warning to their potential opponents in the knockout stage of the SEA Games' football competition.

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Malaysia not defensive against Myanmar - Davies

Hosts Malaysia will go on the attack against Group A leaders Myanmar in their match on Monday, says right back Matthew Davies.

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Thailand, Indonesia inseparable after matchday three

With two rounds remaining in Group B, Thailand and Indonesia are now tied on points, goal difference, goals scored & conceded, as well as head-to-head

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SEA Games opening ceremony OKS' motivational tool

Malaysia boss Ong Kim Swee looks to inspire his side with the pageantry of and lessons from the 2017 Kuala Lumpur SEA Games opening ceremony.

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Adam hails Malaysia's perseverance

Despite conceding first against Singapore, Malaysia turned in a combative performance in the second half to edge their Causeway rivals 2-1.

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Singapore will be a different side - Syahmi

Malaysia winger Syahmi Safari is likely to start against rivals Singapore, in their matchday 2 Group A SEA Games clash.

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Desperate Singapore will attack from early on - OKS

Malaysia boss Ong Kim Swee wants his charges to dictate the game when they face Causeway rivals Singapore in their SEA Games group match.

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Adam makes amends by only focusing ahead

Malaysia defender Adam Nor Azlin's error led to Brunei's equaliser, but he made amends by scoring the winner in their SEA Games campaign opener.

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OKS promises improvement in upcoming matches

Malaysia U22 head coach Datuk Ong Kim Swee was not concerned by the frustrating performance shown by his men in their Group A 2017 SEA Games opener.

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REPORT: Malaysia U22 2 Brunei U22 1

Despite their past record against the unfancied Brunei U22, hosts Malaysia U22 huffed and puffed to record a win in their SEA Games campaign opener.

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Davies saddened by Centre of Excellence closure

Pahang's Matthew Davies has expressed his sadness that the FFA has decided to shut down its Centre of Excellence, where he trained as a teenager.

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Ukah pays tribute to Andik's single-mindedness

Selangor centre back Ugo Ukah, who's a hit with the Red Giants' fans, has praised the club's other fan favourite Andik Vermansah on social media.

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No social media for Thailand U22 men

The War Elephants have shown how serious they are with their SEA Games gold medal defence, demanding the players give their fullest attention.

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OKS still hopes for Beto recovery

The Young Tigers' situation going into the 2017 Kuala Lumpur SEA Games is a lot better than in the previous edition, reveals head coach Ong Kim Swee.

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Youngsters must get more of senior team coaches' attention - Azraai

Former Kedah coach Azraai Khor Abdullah laments Malaysian clubs' habit of signing senior players from other teams instead of promoting youth players.

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Indonesia U22 star attends West Ham trial

Two Indonesia U22 players were absent from the first day of their SEA Games training camp on Monday.

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Ukah wants to be in AFC Cup

Fan favourite Selangor defender Ugo Ukah has set his sights on a spot in the continental competition, with three Super League rounds remaining.

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Maniam praises Andik and Syahmi

Selangor boss P. Maniam's two wingers Andik Vermansah and Syahmi Safari played integral roles in both the Red Giants' goals against JDT.

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Maniam glad frantic stretch ending soon

Selangor boss P. Maniam looks forward to the coming break, but wants his men to first stop JDT from confirming their title win at Selayang.

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Insa called up by Vingada

Mixed-heritage Malaysian player Kiko Insa has been called up to join the Malaysia national team training camp, as is one forward from the second tier.

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Melaka on course for QF, Selangor lose top spot

Both the hosts of Malaysia Cup group matches on Wednesday lost, although these results made no changes to the list of qualified teams.

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FMLLP to control presence of player agents

The decision is hoped to stop the signing of foreign players with poor quality by Malaysian clubs.

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FAM receives RM4 million gift

The success of Malaysia U23 in the AFC U23 Championship qualifiers recently has resulted in a windfall from the father of the Malaysian FA president.

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Groups B, D confirm quarter-finalists

Three more teams confirm their qualification to the Malaysia Cup quarter-finals, after six of round five group matches were played on Tuesday.

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Razman explains Selangor's current form

The Red Giants have recorded six wins, two draws and one defeat in all competitions since the M-League resumed on July 1.

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Thailand boss confident of defending SEA Games gold

Worrawoot Srimaka wants his boys to capture the 2017 SEA Games gold medal, to prove that their U23 AFC Championship qualifiers hiccup was an anomaly.

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Selangor hit by further injuries

Selangor boss P. Maniam has faith in his reserve and young players, with two matches remaining before the domestic competitions take another break.

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REPORT: Negeri Sembilan 2 Pahang 1

Negeri Sembilan defeated Pahang 2-1 at home in their Group A Malaysia Cup match, even without two of their foreign stars.

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Durakovic determined to win at Shah Alam

Early qualification to the Malaysia Cup quarter-finals will be the Bos Gaurus' if they overcome PKNS FC tonight, said head coach Mehmet Durakovic.

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CONFIRMED: SEA Games football fixtures

It took a while to be announced, but the 2017 SEA Games football tournament official fixtures have finally been released.

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Selangor to start with only one import

The Red Giants' local players will have the opportunity to shine against the Turtles in their Group D Malaysia Cup clash tonight.

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PREVIEW: Malaysia Cup matchday 4

Round 4 of the Malaysia Cup is set to take place this Saturday, with several teams already eyeing early qualification to the knockout stage.

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Formation change key to PKNS' resurgence

PKNS boss Sven Gartung had to switch the side's formation in order to stop them from conceding too many goals.

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Muller reminisces on Teong Kim

Thomas Muller took the time to speak with the media about the influence that Malaysian coach Lim Teong Kim had on him as an academy player.

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ROUND-UP: MSL matchday 18

JDT are one point away from a historic fourth consecutive MSL title, Felda returned to winning ways, Pahang fell to a shock defeat to Pulau Pinang.

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Fighters performed despite fatigue - Sathia

Felda United boss B. Sathianathan was pleased with the performance of his men in their 3-1 Super League win over Selangor on Wednesday.

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Selangor may be without three star forwards

The Red Giants' 3-1 defeat to the Fighters on Wednesday may also impact their next match, an away encounter against Terengganu in the Malaysia Cup.

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PREVIEW: Felda United vs Selangor

This preview of the exciting Malaysia Super League clash between fourth-placed Selangor and sixth Felda United is brought to you by UBERMEN.

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REPORT: Malaysia U23 2 Mongolia U23 0

The Young Tigers were nearly overwhelmed by the Mongolians, but held on to produce a 2-0 win and book a spot in the AFC U23 Championship next year.

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"Selangor were luckier" - Zahasmi

Kelantan boss Zahasmi Ismail remarked that his men played just as well as the hosts, and as well as they did when they beat Kedah earlier this week.

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ROUND-UP: MSL matchday 17

JDT trounce T-Team, Perak record a victory playing away from home 'at home', PKNS keep clear of relegation zone on matchday 17 of the Super League.

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Selangor more familiar with Maniam's tactics

Selangor have gone through seven matches without losing, a marked improvement when compared to their record in the first half of the season.

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'We showed too much respect for Thailand' - OKS

Qualification hopes still remain for Malaysia U23, insists head coach Ong Kim Swee after their 3-0 defeat to Thailand U23 in their second group match.

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Dollah Salleh suspended 18 months

The former Malaysia head coach has also been fined RM30,000 for criticising the referee after the Super League match between Felda United and Pahang.

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REPORT: Malaysia U23 0 Thailand U23 3

Malaysia were trounced by hosts Thailand in their U23 AFC Championship qualification group match, but they still retain their qualification hopes.

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PREVIEW: Malaysia Super League matchday 17

Round 17 of the Super League will be played this Saturday, including the Northern Derby between Pulau Pinang and Kedah.

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Malaysia U15's campaign ends

Head coach Raja Azlan Shah Raja So'ib's boys will play in the the third-fourth place match on Sunday, against Australia.

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MSL side ask match not be shown live

A Super League club have declined to have their match shown live on television this weekend, Goal was informed.

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Norazlan credits Azlisham for improvement

Norazlan Razali last week produced two great goalkeeping performances against Perak and Kedah, to help Selangor earn four points on the road.

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Amri, Maniam thank Red Giants fans

Selangor head coach P. Maniam and Amri Yahyah took the time to thank the Red Giants fans after their 3-2 win over JDT on Tuesday.

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Amri's a legend - Maniam

Selangor head coach P. Maniam praised two-goal Amri Yahyah after their 3-2 win over JDT, as well as the Red Giants' reserve players.

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Razman pleads for bonus from ex-manager

Selangor captain Razman Roslan has urged former manager Amirudin Shari to settle his teammates' 2016 bonus, on the politician's Instagram account.

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SDA visitors aim for a draw - Anderson

Kedah's Australian defender Zac Anderson thanked the home supporters for coming to the stadium for their MSL clash against Selangor on Saturday.

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Malaysia U15 still on course for semis despite first defeat

After having cruised to three comfortable wins in their earlier group matches, Malaysia U15 were brought back down to earth by Vietnam U15.

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ROUND-UP: MSL matchday 16

Round 16 of the Malaysia Super League was played on Saturday, with one mid-season signing bagging his second hat-trick in two consecutive matches.

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MOTM: Kedah 1 Selangor 1

Having turned in a point-sealing performance for Selangor against Kedah, Norazlan Razali is GOAL's man of the match, brought to you by UBERMEN.

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'We had to play defensively' - Maniam

Selangor's negative approach against Kedah on Saturday frustrated many, but the Red Giants boss P. Maniam insists that it was borne out of necessity.

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Nidzam congratulates Selangor's Norazlan

Kedah were held to a 1-1 draw at home by a defensive Selangor, but head coach Nidzam Adzha Yusoff acknowledged the custodian's role in the clash.

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Cornthwaite to captain side against Arsenal

Former Selangor defender Robbie Cornthwaite has been made club captain at Western Sydney Wanderers, one day before their friendly against Arsenal.

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Depleted Kedah and Selangor to square off

This preview of the exciting Malaysia Super League clash between second-placed Kedah and fourth Selangor is brought to you by UBERMEN.

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Fans enraged at Kedah FA

Although the Kedah vs Selangor match this Saturday is expected to headline the matchday, the home fans have threatened to give the clash a miss.

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Selangor want to unearth Malaysia strikers

Selangor president Subahan Kamal is not concerned with the departure of the Red Giants' star players to other clubs.

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Rosman slams Perak-Selangor ref

FAS secretary-general Rosman Ibrahim has slammed the match official assigned to the Perak vs Selangor match on Tuesday; Nafeez Abd Wahab.

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Selangor FA pleads for state funding

Selangor FA president Dato' Sri Subahan Kamal has also pleaded for corporate sponsorship in order to run the 33-time Malaysia Cup winning team.

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Three friendlies planned for Malaysia

Malaysia's Asian Cup qualifying match against Hong Kong at home will be held outside of Klang Valley and Johor, according to the Malaysian FA.

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Malaysia U15 boss chastises mistakes

Malaysia U15 boss Raja Azlan Shah saw a number of errors in his boys' performance, despite their 2-0 win over Philippines U15.

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